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My beautiful friends got engaged on Saturday, this one is for you and all the new brides to be and to all the beautiful brides I have seen.....

To get a wedding dress with the perfect fit, it is very important to find the right silhouette for your body shape. Not only will you be more comfortable on your wedding day, you'll also look and feel more beautiful than you ever expected naturally.

Keep in mind that while your weight may fluctuate between the times you buy your gown and the day of your wedding, your actual body type will remain the same. So even if you're planning to drop 20 pounds before exchanging vows, choose the gown that fits your body type today.

I thought a bit of wedding gown terminology would help you on the quest, so you can look smart in front of the sales associate.

Types of SILHOUETTE

A-line - The A-line or princess dress has no marked waist and the vertical seams flow from the shoulders down to a flared skirt, creating a "A" shape. If you carry your weight in the middle, this silhouette is a nice choice.

Ball gown - These gowns normally quite formal, reminding you of Cinderella. The bodice is fitted with a very full skirt. Ball gowns can be long-sleeved, sleeveless or anywhere in between. The full skirt of a ball gown can hide large hips and thighs.

Empire - Empire gowns have a raised waistline that starts right under the bust, flowing to a skirt that skims over the hips then flairs slightly to the floor. This romantic silhouette is flattering to most body types and is particularly flattering to small breasted women.

Mermaid - As the name indicates, the mermaid dress is contoured against the body then the gown flows out beginning around the knees. This is the sexiest of the styles. If you confident in your body, a mermaid dress can show off your curves.

Sheath - The sheath or column dress has a slim shape that follows close to the line of the body. The straight design doesn't allow for many body flaws. The long lines of a sheath gown can elongate the look of your body. Therefore this type of dress can work well for short brides.

Types of SLEEVES

·         3/4 sleeves - End between the elbow and wrist.

·          Cap - Rounded sleeves, just covering shoulders.

·         Off-the-shoulder Sleeves - Cover the upper part of the arm but leave the tops of shoulders exposed. 

·         Sleeveless - Strapless with no sleeves.

·         Spaghetti - Thin spaghetti straps with no sleeves.

Types of NECKLINE

Bateau - Close to straight across from the tip of the shoulder. Gives plenty of coverage.

·         Halter - Wraps around the back of the neck to create deep armholes. Often also a backless style, which is very sexy.

·         High - Covers most of the neck. Creates a formal, look.

·         Jewel - Similar to that of a T-shirt. Creates a bustier look.

·         Off-The-Shoulder - As the name indicates, the top of the shoulders are bare. Showcases your collarbone and shoulders.

·         Portrait - A very wide scoop from the tip of one shoulder to the tip of the other.

·         Scoop - Classic U-shaped neckline. Can be cut low for a sexier look.

·         Square - Squared neckline, often associated with empire gowns.

·         Sweetheart - Shaped like the top half of a heart. Emphasizes the cleavage.

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   V-Neck - Dips in the front into a V-shape. Can be very deep.

Types of BODICE

The bodice refers to the portion of the dress between the neckline and skirt.

·         Corset - A form fitting bodice with boning and lace-up closures.

·         Halter - Sleeveless bodice that wraps around you neck, normally backless.

·         Midriff - Fits very closely around the mid-section, accentuating your waist.

·         Surplice - Sections of fabric cross wrap in the front or back.

·    Check out the list of basic wedding dress for the different type of body silhouettes.

Hourglass

You have a big chest, big hips, and a thin waist (that is, curves in all the right places).

Wedding Dress Do’s: An A-line wedding dress with a dropped waist will show off your figure,  a sweetheart neckline will  show off your chest radiantly . Or for something a little more curvaceous, try a fit-and-flare gown like a mermaid or trumpet style

Wedding Dress Don'ts: A ball gown or Empire-waist silhouette may make you look out of proportion.

Apple shape – Short waist

Your body is naturally proportioned, except for the small distance from your ribs to your hips.

Wedding Dress Dos: A Princess-line silhouette -- fitted at the bodice and opening up gradually to a full skirt, elegantly lengthens your figure; if you love your shoulders, try a portrait or halter neckline. A slightly dropped-waist gown will also lengthen your torso.

Wedding Dress Don'ts: A sheath will make your short waist more obvious.

Rectangular shape –Thick waist

Same as above, but instead of a short waist, yours is undefined: The line from your shoulders to your hips is straight.

Wedding Dress Dos: An Empire-waist wedding dress will give you a long, lean look.

Wedding Dress Don'ts: A Princess-line or basque waist will draw too much attention to your middle.

Pear Shape

You're small on top and heavy on the bottom.

Wedding Dress Dos: A basque waist or strapless ball gown will cover your bottom half and put the focus on your better half; an Empire dress will hug the tiniest part of your body and disguise your lower half. A one shoulder neckline will emphasise your neckline and create a beautiful line.

Wedding Dress Don'ts: A sheath, will be unflattering. A trumpet- or mermaid-style gown will draw attention to your bottom.

Full Figure

More voluptuous than most, you've got full breasts, a bit of a tummy, and round hips and butt.

Wedding Dress Dos: A ball gown wedding dress will hide quite a bit, and an A-line silhouette looks great on everyone.

Wedding Dress Don'ts: A sheath will make you look heavier than you are; avoid spaghetti straps.

Petite

Very tiny frame.

Wedding Dress Dos: It's best to keep it simple, when you're small, a big, elaborate gown can sometimes look as if it's wearing you rather than the other way around. A sheath, mermaid or A-line dress will work well.

Wedding Dress Don'ts: Almost all silhouettes will flatter your figure, though a big ball gown may overwhelm.

“Once in a while, Right in the middle of an ordinary life, Love gives us a fairy tale.”

To all the beautiful brides, lots of love xoxo.